A couple sitting on a sofa where the woman is holding a set of forms and both are engaged in discussion. The process of legally changing your name depends on your state’s laws and the reason you are ...

Marriage and divorce are common reasons you may need to request a name change for your credit cards and other legal documents. In some cases, such as for transgender cardholders, you may want to ...

Fact checked by Vikki Velasquez Changing or keeping your name is a deeply personal choice that reflects your values, identity, and life journey. In the United States, name changes are most commonly ...

Our names are an integral part of our identity — they are the first distinguishing markers of our individuality. That's why it's become almost ubiquitous for parents to want to choose unique monikers ...